Provo’s motorcycle traffic picks up every spring along University Avenue and the Provo Canyon corridor, and a rider coming off a bike in a crash with a car or truck is dealing with a different set of insurance fights than a typical fender-bender. Utah’s comparative fault rules mean an insurer will often try to pin some percentage of blame on the rider before a claim ever gets close to a fair number. This list looks at motorcycle accident lawyers serving the Provo area, evaluated on local presence, practice focus, and published results.
At a Glance
| Firm | Best Known For | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Parker & McConkie Injury Lawyers | Multi-state motorcycle and serious-injury litigation | Provo, UT (plus 7 other offices) |
| Craig Swapp & Associates | Multi-state motorcycle accident litigation, rider-bias defense | Provo, UT (plus offices across UT, ID, WA, OR) |
| Robert J. DeBry and Associates | Utah motorcycle accident claims since 1981 | Provo/Utah County (offices in Salt Lake City & Sandy) |
| Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks | Utah personal injury, including motorcycle accidents | Provo, UT (plus Salt Lake City, West Jordan, and other Utah offices) |
1. Parker & McConkie Injury Lawyers
Parker & McConkie Injury Lawyers runs a Provo office as part of a five-state practice built around its “Stand Up” theme, representing injured riders and drivers across Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Washington, and Arizona. The firm’s team includes members who work directly with accident reconstruction specialists on motorcycle collision cases, where the physics of a crash often decide who insurance adjusters try to blame.
Among its published results is a $2,250,000 recovery in a motorcycle accident case. The firm offers a free consultation.
Parker & McConkie Injury Lawyers
2. Craig Swapp & Associates
Craig Swapp & Associates maintains a Provo office at 180 N University Ave, available by appointment, as part of a broader Pacific Northwest and Mountain West footprint. The firm’s motorcycle accident practice leans heavily on countering the built-in bias many insurance adjusters and juries bring to rider claims, arguing that riders are frequently blamed for crashes regardless of fault. The firm handles cases on a contingency-fee basis with a free consultation.
Craig Swapp & Associates
3. Robert J. DeBry and Associates
Robert J. DeBry and Associates has represented Utah motorcycle accident victims since 1981 and publishes a page specifically addressing riders injured in Provo, Orem, and greater Utah County. The firm cites more than $747 million recovered for clients since its founding and more than 500 five-star Google reviews. Like several firms on this list, it points to rider bias as a recurring obstacle in these claims and frames its role as pushing back against it.
4. Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks
Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks, which markets online as Utah Injury Lawyers, runs a Provo office among several Utah locations and lists motorcycle accidents among its core personal injury practice areas. The firm’s named attorneys include Mark T. Flickinger, Brett R. Boulton, Kevin K. Robson, and Zeb Q. Weeks, and its marketing points to contingency-fee rates it describes as 5 to 15 percent lower than many other firms in the market.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident claim in Utah?
Utah generally gives injured riders four years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit, though claims against a government entity can carry a much shorter notice deadline. Talking to a lawyer early preserves options that a delay can close off.
Will the insurance company blame me for the crash because I was on a motorcycle?
It happens often. Utah follows a comparative fault rule, so an injured rider can still recover damages even if partly at fault, but the recovery is reduced by that percentage. Insurers frequently overstate a rider’s share of the blame, which is one reason motorcycle claims tend to benefit from legal representation.
Do I need a police report to file a claim?
A police report isn’t strictly required, but it creates an independent record of how the crash happened, which matters when an insurer disputes fault. If officers didn’t respond to the scene, documenting the crash yourself as soon as possible helps fill that gap.
How much does it cost to hire a motorcycle accident lawyer in Provo?
Every firm on this list, including Parker & McConkie, handles motorcycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there’s no upfront cost and a fee only applies if the case ends in a settlement or a verdict.
Final Thoughts
Provo’s motorcycle accident claims often turn on how quickly the physical evidence gets documented and how well a fault dispute gets handled, since a rider is an easier target for blame-shifting than a driver in an enclosed vehicle. The firms above each maintain a real presence in the Provo area, with real differences in size, geographic reach, and focus. Parker & McConkie’s five-state footprint and published motorcycle-accident recovery make it a strong option on this list for someone sorting out a claim after a serious crash.
Case results and figures mentioned above are as published on each firm’s own website and do not guarantee a similar outcome in any other case. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts.
